Primary large cell neuroendocrine carcinoma of the larynx

We describe a case of a middle-aged gentleman, a chronic smoker who was diagnosed with primary large cell neuroendocrine carcinoma of larynx with cervical nodal metastases. Large cell neuroendocrine carcinoma of larynx is a rare subset of NETs with a markedly more aggressive clinical course. He was initially treated with radiotherapy, and subsequently underwent total laryngectomy, total glossectomy. Right radical neck dissection and reconstruction with pectoralis major myocutaneous flap.
Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences - Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research